Druski Reportedly Set to Become First Digital Creator to Host 'Saturday Night Live'
The popular sketch comic is slated to take the Studio 8H stage on November 7.
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Sketch comedian Druski is reportedly set to become the first digital creator to host 'Saturday Night Live'
The milestone episode is slated to air on November 7 marking a major crossover between social media comedy and late-night television
While the NBC institution has historically mined internet talent for cast members this marks the first time an online creator will take on headlining host duties
NBC’s long-running sketch comedy institution Saturday Night Live is reportedly set to tap digital comedian Druski as a guest host. According to Puck News, the upcoming booking marks the first time in the show’s history that a pure-play digital creator will headline the program.
Druski, whose real name is Drew Desbordes, has built a massive following across TikTok and Instagram through viral character-driven sketches. While executive producer Lorne Michaels and the show have scouted internet platforms for featured cast members as far back as Andy Samberg and The Lonely Island in 2005, the hosting slot has remained reserved for traditional stars. Even recent hosts with dominant online fanbases, such as Nate Bargatze and Shane Gillis, established themselves on the live stand-up touring circuit before securing the gig.
The impending appearance represents a watershed moment for internet creators crossing over into legacy broadcast media. While a representative for Saturday Night Live declined to comment on the yet-to-be-announced scheduling, the high-profile slot could pave the way for more digital performers making the leap to Studio 8H.
